Backup QB Tyrod Taylor's time with the Ravens could be over

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(1/16/15) Ravens backup quarterback Tyrod Taylor is contemplating his future as he is set to hit the free-agent market after backing up Joe Flacco the last four seasons. Taylor did not attempt a pass in 2014 for the first time in his career.

"That's the nature of the game," Taylor said of playing infrequently, per The Baltimore Sun. "I knew that coming into this situation. When I got drafted here, Joe was pretty durable. My job was to stay ready and I think I've done that in my time here. I've learned a lot.

"I've been reliable. The coaches have confidence in me. It's just a fresh start. I knew the reality was coming. I have had time to think about it and we'll see what's the plan moving forward."

Ravens backup runners do little Week 6

by Chris Cwik | CBSSports.com

(10/12/14) The Ravens backup runners did little Week 6.

Lorenzo Taliaferro received just two carries, but did gain 29 yards. Quarterback Tyrod Taylor had four carries for -3 yards. He did not receive a passing attempt. Both players will take on the Falcons Week 7.

Tyrod Taylor entrenched ahead of Keith Wenning

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(7/14/14) The Ravens drafted Keith Wenning in the sixth round to vie with Tyrod Taylor for the backup job behind quarterback Joe Flacco. But in minicamps, Wenning did not appear ready to challenge Taylor, reports the Baltimore Sun.

The paper expects Wenning to serve as the No. 3 quarterback this season while Taylor finishes out his rookie contract.

Ravens could be interested in T.J. Yates, Case Keenum

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(4/28/14) The Ravens are "keeping an eye on" Texans quarterbacks T.J. Yates and Case Keenum, in case they're released following the draft, reports the Baltimore Sun. Baltimore is not committed to Tyrod Taylor as its backup quarterback.

Tyrod Taylor fighting for his job

by Larry Hartstein | CBSSports.com

(3/30/14) Ravens quarterback Tyrod Taylor said he spoke with coach John Harbaugh and understands he'll have to compete for the backup job in 2014.

"Yeah, we talked about it, and there's competition across the league every day," Taylor told the Baltimore Sun. "You've got to compete for your job to stay there. We know where we stand. I'm trying to get better every day. Competition — that's the name of this game."

Taylor has a career 47.2 passer rating, with no touchdowns and two interceptions among 35 pass attempts.

The Ravens will enlist Tyrod Taylor as their backup quarterback again in 2014. Taylor will only carry Fantasy relevance if he lands regular playing time. That would mean that Joe Flacco would have to get hurt or benched, and that wouldn't be a good thing for the Ravens. Taylor shouldn't be on anyone's Fantasy rosters.
(Updated 4/29/14)